The 3M™ Organic Vapor Cartridge 6001 is NIOSH-approved for respiratory protection against certain organic vapors including those encountered during painting, solvent work, adhesive application, and pesticide handling. It attaches via a bayonet-style connection compatible with 3M™ 6000, 6500, and 7500 series half-facepiece respirators and 6000 series full-facepiece respirators. Sold in a 1-pair (2 cartridges) pack. The carbon-bed design adsorbs organic vapor contaminants and features a low-profile, swept-back shape that preserves field of vision. For workplace and occupational use only. Replace according to a documented change-out schedule or when odor or irritation is detected.
What gases and vapors does the 3M 6001 cartridge protect against?
The 6001 is NIOSH-approved for certain organic vapors (OV) including those from paints, stains, varnishes, lacquers, adhesives, solvents, and pesticides. It does not protect against acid gases, ammonia, formaldehyde, or particulates on its own. For broader protection, pair it with a P100 prefilter (5P71 + retainer 501) or use the 60921 combination cartridge/filter instead.
Which 3M respirators is the 6001 compatible with?
The 6001 uses 3M™ bayonet-style connection and fits 3M™ Half Facepiece Respirators 6000, 6500, and 7500 series, and Full Facepiece Respirators 6000 and FF-400 series. It also fits 7800 and 7800S series facepieces and 3M™ Scott™ AV-3000 HT and AV-3000 SureSeal facepieces with the AV-632 adapter.
When should I replace the 6001 cartridges?
Replace according to a documented change-out schedule based on your exposure conditions. As a rule, replace immediately if you detect odor, taste, or irritation from contaminants even while wearing the cartridge. 3M™ provides a free Service Life Software tool at 3M.com/sls to help calculate change-out schedules for over 700 chemicals. Do not rely solely on smell as an indicator for substances with poor odor warning properties.
Does the 6001 protect against dust and particles?
No. The 6001 is a gas/vapor cartridge only and does not filter particulates. If you need both vapor and particle protection — for example when spray painting — add a 5P71 P95 prefilter using the 501 retainer, or switch to the 60921 (OV/P100) combination cartridge/filter, which provides both organic vapor and P100 particulate protection in one unit.
Can I use the 6001 on a 7000 series full-facepiece respirator?
Yes. The bayonet connection on the 6001 is compatible with 3M™ 6000 series full-facepieces and the FF-400, 7800, and 7800S series. The 3M 7000 series full-face respirators accept standard bayonet cartridges. If you want a filter specifically designed for the harder-case protection format on 7000 series masks, consider the 7093 P100 filter instead.
What is the difference between the 6001 and the 6001P1-DC catalog numbers?
They refer to the same cartridge. The 6001 is the model number; 6001P1-DC is the consumer single-pair retail pack catalog number. The 6001P3-DC is a 3-pair retail pack of the same cartridge. All contain the same NIOSH-approved organic vapor cartridge; the difference is only pack quantity.
# 3M™ Performance Organic Vapor Replacement Cartridges 6001, 1 Pair **Model:** `6001` **Brand:** 3M **Category:** Respirator Filter > The 3M™ Organic Vapor Cartridge 6001 is NIOSH-approved for respiratory protection against certain organic vapors including those encountered during painting, solvent work, adhesive application, and pesticide handling. It attaches via a bayonet-style connection compatible with 3M™ 6000, 6500, and 7500 series half-facepiece respirators and 6000 series full-facepiece respirators. Sold in a 1-pair (2 cartridges) pack. The carbon-bed design adsorbs organic vapor contaminants and features a low-profile, swept-back shape that preserves field of vision. For workplace and occupational use only. Replace according to a documented change-out schedule or when odor or irritation is detected. ## Specifications | Attribute | Value | |---|---| | Product Type | Respirator Cartridge | | Filter Type | Organic Vapor | | Niosh Approval | Yes | | Compatible Series | 6000, 6500, 7500 | | Pack Count | 2 | | Barcode (UPC) | | Source: https://www.jaspecs.com/3m/respirator-filter/6001-3m-organic-vapor-cartridge/